Risk factor
Very poor trading liquidity
Profitability factor
Slightly undervalued vs peers
About
Established in 1899 and based in Glasgow, UK, Macfarlane Group PLC delivers comprehensive protective packaging solutions to businesses. The company's activities are organized into two primary divisions. Its Packaging Distribution segment handles the supply of packaging materials, alongside providing storage and warehousing capabilities across the United Kingdom, Ireland, and broader Europe. Meanwhile, the Manufacturing Operations segment, based exclusively in the UK, focuses on the creation, production, and assembly of packaging items utilizing timber, corrugated board, and foam. Additionally, Macfarlane Group offers packaging equipment and manages the recycling of waste paper and corrugated boards. Their extensive client base spans various sectors, including e-commerce, logistics, medical, automotive, aerospace, electronics, traditional retail, household goods, and the food and hospitality industries.
Company Valuation
Based on key historical and expected multiples, the stock is slightly undervalued relative to its peers. Specifically, the stock is fairly valued on P/E, neutral on EV/EB
Target Price
The average target price of MACF.L is 90.1 and suggests 6.79% upside potential. Usually, this means a HOLD recommendation among investment firms. This neutral recommendat